Linking your PAN (Permanent Account Number) with Aadhaar is mandatory for filing income tax returns, opening bank accounts, and performing various financial transactions in India. If your PAN is not linked to Aadhaar, it can become inoperative — which may lead to penalties or rejections in official processes.
Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to check your PAN-Aadhaar linking status online using the official government portals — with or without login.
Why Linking PAN with Aadhaar Is Important
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It is mandatory under Section 139AA of the Income Tax Act
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Helps prevent duplicate or fraudulent PAN cards
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Required for income tax return filing, high-value transactions, and KYC
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Non-linked PANs may become inoperative
Option 1: Check PAN-Aadhaar Link Status Without Login
This is the fastest method to check your PAN-Aadhaar link status using your PAN and Aadhaar number.
Step-by-Step Guide:
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Visit the official website
Go to: https://incometax.gov.in -
Click on “Link Aadhaar Status”
You’ll find this under the Quick Links section on the homepage. -
Enter PAN and Aadhaar Number
Fill in both fields and click “View Link Aadhaar Status” -
Check the result
You will see one of the following messages:-
“Your PAN is already linked to Aadhaar”
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“Your request is under process”
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“PAN not linked with Aadhaar”
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Option 2: Check Status After Login (for Registered Users)
You can also check your linking status by logging into your income tax account.
Steps:
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Login to the e-filing portal
Visit https://incometax.gov.in
Click on “Login” and enter your PAN (User ID), password, and captcha -
Go to Dashboard
After login, check the “Link Aadhaar Status” on the homepage banner
Or navigate to My Profile > Link Aadhaar Status -
View Status
The system will show you whether your PAN is linked or not
What If Your PAN Is Not Linked?
If your PAN is not yet linked, you’ll need to complete the linking by:
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Paying the applicable penalty (₹1000)
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Submitting the PAN-Aadhaar link request through the same portal
How to Link PAN with Aadhaar Online (If Not Done Yet)
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Go to https://incometax.gov.in
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Click “Link Aadhaar” under Quick Links
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Enter PAN, Aadhaar, and mobile number
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Pay the ₹1000 penalty via e-Pay Tax option
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Submit the linking request and wait for confirmation
Deadline for PAN-Aadhaar Linking
The last date for PAN-Aadhaar linking for FY 2024-25 is expected to be March 31, 2025. Failing to link may:
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Deactivate your PAN
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Make you ineligible for ITR filing
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Attract financial penalties
It’s best to check and complete the linking process early to avoid any issues.
Final Words
Checking your PAN-Aadhaar link status takes less than 2 minutes. Make sure your PAN is linked to avoid tax problems, banking delays, and KYC issues. Whether you’re salaried, self-employed, or a student, this simple task is important for your financial security.